ICON FOR HIRE - Happy Hurts (Lyric Video)

[@OddOtter707]

No matter how hard I try, I find myself back with this song.

[@juliakrushniccollins9054]

"Trying to make my misery just a piece of my history. A little less victim, A little more VICTORY." This is one of my favorite quotes ever as a survivor.

[@csaba6911]

How are you after a year or so?😊😄 we survivors must stand together🙄

[@redslayer7541]

Yeah

[@robinjohnson9611]

I am an adult survivor of child abuse... :heart: God is good. This is for His glory.

[@risksandhope1849]

I'm pretty close to getting " Victim < Victory " tattooed on my inner bicep 👏👏👏

[@rosalynburgess1169]

Stand together don't let the demons take u

[@shapeoffour2319]

i actually love the video as well as the song.. like, low budget video still rocks more than most of other people's super expensive videos

[@Zappygunshot]

It's nice, but my animation teacher would be very disappointed if I gave him this.

[@ax3247]

Because this isn't animation...

[@Zappygunshot]

Well it is, it's called stop-motion animation...

[@ax3247]

Yes, stopmotion and not a proper animation... I think your teacher doesn't teach you to stopmote...

[@sorrylorar]

those mv are filmed so disgusting and retared

[@777shanae]

It's like she sang everything I couldn't put into words

[@qwertyman459]

use music to express your self and try to find little things that make you happy.

[@danteprokrustes4795]

@@qwertyman459 wellp the song is about expresing to others what hurts and making u happy by embracing bad things and noticing good stuff

[@qwertyman459]

i listen to songs and sometimes dont understand. so thanks for explaining it.

[@kevinhill6933]

Yesss

[@izzycain9977]

This and "under the knife " got me to stop cutting thank you deeply icon for hire ! I love you guys

[@jay_gaskarth]

I really love Icon For Hire. It seems that they're the only band who can describe me so perfectly, that's incredible and amazing at the same time!

[@HoodedGargoyle]

the only other band that makes me feel like this is From Ashes to New.

[@jay_gaskarth]

Uhm I don't know them, I'm going to discover this band :D

[@HoodedGargoyle]

Jay Gaskarth yay!

[@lmccoy08]

I love From Ashes to New! Just discovered them two months ago. I listened to their album on repeat about 4 times right when I found them.

[@HoodedGargoyle]

lmccoy08 Do you know Papa Roach or In This Moment?

[@bambambobisty]

the line "all the cracks in my skin let the light in" really got me ❤❤❤

[@Annathecommenter]

You Can't Kill Us may just their best album yet. Not as much because of the music, more because of the lyrics. "What's it gonna take to break us? What's it gonna take to make us wake up?" "When you take the sick away, who am I supposed to be?" "I ain't under your thumb, I ain't stuck in your shadow, I'm on top of the world up here fighting my battles." "We talk a big game like we wanna get well, in our prison made of pain, only fooling ourselves." "The cracks in my skin only let in the light." I chose my favorite quotes from each song in this album so far.

[@vanessahudson6828]

I completely agree! The lyrics in the songs they've wrote since leaving the label have been their best. They're very upfront and honest.

[@lightningtibs6679]

This is truly Icon For Hire at their best!!

[@Kittie_Kat]

the songs literally speak to you, this is my favorite album so far, so glad I preordered on kickstarter.

[@moontalon3124]

One of my favorite lyrics ever from them is in this song. "Can we let the pain and the happy mix? Can the two coexist? The beauty next to the mess? Because I swear I have them both already beating in my chest. If that makes me crazy, the numbers don't lie. But I don't call that crazy, I call it being alive." It highlights a truth about life I think we as a society try to deny too much: that it's okay to be sad sometimes. No one can be happy all the time. We all have our breaking points, we all need to cry sometimes.

[@raresmist]

Frankly, I hope they come back with that passion they made you feel in Scripted. Because yeah, lyrics have always been Ariel's strength, but I couldn't find that raw passion and energy from Scripted in the self-titled album, only in a select few songs like Rock n Roll Thugs or the chorus of Sorry About your parents. This song is truly passionate and the lyrics are indeed awesome as always, I just hope they keep it going like that.

[@Rebel_Angel]

I live with MDD,( major depression disorder) PTSD( Post traumatic stress disorder ), and BPD, ( Borderline personality disorder). I have been through an F4 tornado, bullies, been in a children's home, have had my own mother put me in jail for something I didn't do and ruled innocent, been abused by my dad, and am a child of an ugly divorce. ICON FOR HIRE, YOU HELP ME FIGHT TO STAY ALIVE. THANK-YOU ARIEL FOR MAKING ME FEEL LIKE I AM NOT ALONE.

[@multifandomer_]

Lauren May I’m so sorry about that. This might sound mean but I say this with support and respect, I hope one day you get a better life soon

[@TacocaT1717]

I have BPD and other shit like you ontop of it. Listening to this song made me burst out crying...

[@danielleoakley9577]

I have ptsd, mdd, ocd, anxiety and bpd type 2, grew up with countless "challenges" & suffered more as a young adult Icon For Hire's music beautifully encompasses what it truly feels like when you're locked in one of those loops, knowing it's a loop but unable to do anything more about it. When simply existing and breathing consume your processes and become such a struggle. Lots of love to all and extra love to those, like us, who suffer any form of mental illness we are individuals fighting individual battles but as this band demonstrates so well, we are not alone.

[@amberhall6569]

I've been there I was raped b thg my dad beaten by my mom

[@Whocares158]

😂

[@thisarepatar]

this song, among others, helped me thorough the darkest part of my life. Now that I am past them, I look back and see what in impact this music can have on anyone that needs that little nudge to say '"you may be broken, but that's fine"

[@singsongnerd]

The first twenty seconds had me in tears....I don't feel this way right now, but I can remember the times when I did, and this song hits the nail right on the head. Thank you so much icon for hire for expressing the deepest parts of our souls into beautiful music. I just wish the whole world knew who you are.

[@TufaylMyburgh]

This song hits home...

[@marvemarge9624]

A truly beautiful song hits deep icon army much love ❤ rock on 🤘

[@vanessadelagarza3885]

In my family, talking about mental illness or sexualities is kind of tabu. I've lived with depression and a social anxiety disorder, never knowing that I was ill and that I could get help indeed. So I never quite understood this whole topic, until I found out about my problems recently, now I finally find the true meaning of this song and all of the previous ones, and let me tell you, they help, they make a remarkable change in the way I see my mental health. I don't feel alone, or left behind, or uninformed about it. So, thanks Icon For Hire, you are indeed making a difference, you are amazing musicians. Thank you. And to all of you, talk with your family, tell them about how you feel, if you think you have depression or anxiety or OCD, you can get your life back. Don't keep it inside you, it'll be worse.

[@elk3407]

I know the feeling. I just don't know how to tell my parents I have S.A.D, paranoia and anxiety. They already know about my ADHD and dislexia, so that's a good thing.

[@vanessadelagarza3885]

You gotta tell 'em. S.A.D. is the worst out of all, believe me.

[@elk3407]

+Renée Scarcella I don't know how to tell them.

[@crystallovingfairy1]

Yea. and even when you are getting help, even taking meds, it doesn't take it all away. I still struggle, but I won't give up. like you said we aren't alone :)

[@laquettawest5844]

Preach It GIRL!

[@sophiem6044]

Why are you guys all so fucking talented? I just relate to this song so much, and usually I like your more loud and intense stuff like Rock and Roll thugs and Bam Bam Pop, but every once in a while you write something like Hope of Morning or this song that just resonates with me. Honestly, I just love your music so much!

[@sophiem6044]

Olivia Lockett Yeah, I see it. And watch me was pretty good too.

[@sophiem6044]

Olivia Lockett Yeah, the electro rock and pop rock are always my favorites, with a couple more mellow exceptions that I also love.

[@peachbilliesss]

ikr i agree

[@MadameBitch]

This comment is sent from God. 😂

[@peachbilliesss]

Meme lol😂😂😂

[@Punkwashed_Bleach]

Pills never worked for me, anti depressants, therapy, or just trying to find something that makes me feel happy, never worked. This song seems to help me alot while I'm listening and i love you guys for that.

[@claudias.8837]

I know what it's like staying up all night nursing wounds 🎶 it reminded me of that song ❤️ I love how they make these songs for us, the fans ^-^ thank you Icon For Hire :') one of my fave bands LOVE this song!

[@daddykatterum]

The song you're thinking of is "Sorry About Your Parents" :)

[@claudias.8837]

Krysten Koenig yeah, i've been told xD thanks, guys :)

[@IconForHireOfficial]

Hey loves! I've got a blog post semirelated to this song here, if you're interested: www.customcatastrophes.com/blog/2016/6/25/the-emo-kid-in-me-is-alive-and-well xoxo, Ariel

[@reinoflame]

Amazing ! Everything in this song is so powerful and crazy even the lyric video aspect. It resonates deeply with me keep doing music i love you so much !

[@peirce_the_sunnysmith9989]

my fourth grade teacher got us a signed poster from you guys .. YOUR SO AWESOME ARIEL!! and i relate to this song so much..

[@rayanthis5177]

+Peirce_The_Sunny Smith hey I know you.

[@peirce_the_sunnysmith9989]

Frnk's Oreos lol i know ^-^

[@enkiimuto1041]

Don't forget to put lyrics on the description as well, it is handy XD

[@thelocalspinda4086]

Me: "Look! a new IconForHire song! Hype!" 5 secs later *Crying* "I was not prepared".

[@allankuria9923]

"Make my misery just a piece of my history little less victim a little more victory" That hit home.

[@user-um1tz6pd8u]

I freaking adore you. Your songs are literally saying exactly how I feel. It's like, when I listen to a song from Icon For Hire, I feel a bit at ease. You guys are so underrated, only 33k and you deserve WAY more than that. Not even 1m is enough. 😍😍

[@davidloyd5971]

Thank you Icon for this song. It almost seems like it was written about my wife. A beautiful and awesome woman who is fighting to find her happiness after loosing both of her parents Oct. 2015. As a loving and caring husband, i watch her daily suffer to fight for happy...and happy seems to just be lost. truthfully, this song brought me to tears because it puts everything i see in her out into words...this song alone has gained 2 new fans of your band. much love and greatest wishes from Memphis, TN

[@imweird2983]

awww *hugs you*

[@KatlynRe]

.....As a mother and someone who has a husband that loves me to pieces,I feel this down to my soul. Struggling to be happy when you find happiness is hard when you have depression. Faking a smile on bad days,finding the courage to get up and play with your son,or be with the one you love (to feel worthy of the one you love), they are all hard. Bad memories always have the habit of circling you,and even when you achieve happiness,they don't go away. You just learn to live with them. I can say I am happier than I've ever been in my life but fight everyday to be who I'm supposed to,and on my bad days I listen to you guys. You guys get me though~ Thank you.

[@penelopenorwood7270]

I have a love hate with your music. I love it and it's so amazing. But it makes me feel a lot of different things and it brings back memories, good and bad. Much love.

[@HoodedGargoyle]

This song describes me perfectly.

[@HoodedGargoyle]

Olivia Lockett it made me cry tbh

[@pati1943]

Every person with deppression didn't know if he or she should enjoy it or cry over it

[@HoodedGargoyle]

Patrycja Trendak i did both haha

[@raresmist]

Yeah, the same for me. It speaks to me in such a way that it feels like they wrote it for me.

[@HoodedGargoyle]

Rares Zaharia Lefter Icon's music tends to do that. :3

[@psychoticrocker13]

This is one of my favorites. It's hard to describe to someone being sad when logically they think there shouldn't be one. Yea you could have a good job, make good money, basically nothing to complain about right? But, the hurt is still there for some reason. It's a duality within you that contradicts itself.

[@Zombiebutterflies1]

The monster in my mind tells me that I can never trust anyone, even the one friend I have. It lies to me telling me there is no way they even like me. It steals my words when I try to speak. It tries to talk me into never leaving my home. Sometimes it brings a friend over, I don't like that friend. They tell me the world would be better off without me. This band reminds me though that I can't let those monsters win.

[@psychedlicsouljam1995]

This is such a beautiful song. "A little less victim, a little more victory" great lyric for people with a dark past or ptsd...

[@deborahdespault4581]

This video is Excellent!! Everything about it is very good. Nice 🥰☺️☺️

[@phillipakaelf7731]

For those that dont have the experience to see this connection. This song embodies a lot of us military veterans. I have shared this song and others by Icon in vet groups and it echos across all of our differences. This is us.

[@MattyMisery]

your lyrics and vocals always are so perfect 😍😍😍

[@purplecleo]

I am loving this music, I only just discovered it tonight. I am 36 and have struggled with mental illness for most of my life. A few years ago I experienced a solid remission of most of my depression symptoms and since then I've been doing really well, but being armed with the kind of self-talk you need to arm and strengthen yourself, some songs to fall back on and to see words of encouragement from others who have experienced the same struggle, and even maybe lend some encouragement to people who are still in the pit - that's wonderful. It's awesome that that can come from a song

[@alexsoto1943]

After years of hurting myself, hiding myself and my depression from my parents I exploded and told everything to my mom, she was hurt and scared looking at me like that. I'm finally getting help, thanks for helping me stay alive with your music, please never stop helping those who need it and those who think they don't

[@nickbradshaw5275]

Ive been listening to this band since I was 14 so over 10 years and I still love all of their music

[@albinredzepi5866]

Just so beautiful. Love this band!

[@Hirumaenjiru]

This band has several songs I can really relate to, never before have I really found a song that just makes so much sense.

[@effy1808]

This fuhking song made me cry a lot

[@emilyharrison576]

Céfiro Evans I

[@VeryAlora]

It helped me put into words the way I feel.

[@StormWildSpace]

Every damn time...

[@silvastone1029]

Icon For Hire has yet to let me down. Your music will always be great ❤

[@stephaniemarie2897]

Just heard this band for the first time today and I’m so glad I found you! Literally crying rn. Thank you!!

[@IceDemonia]

This seriously made me cry and triggered a part of me that I was keeping shut. IFH once again you made me feel better

[@KeloSerg]

I can't describe how much I love you guys and your music. Wish you'd play outside the US.

[@your_name_here2158]

Ariel, you've become a teacher and friend to many. God is pleased with your work.

[@ME-gd3df]

I took ALL that CRAZY and called it BEING ALIVE.... So TRUE ! Be true to yourself. Thank you... I found this and can smile tonite. 😊

[@ThunderCloudAnnie]

when a song makes you cry, it hits you right in the soul... what a song omg it's crazy how on point this song is... I love it :'(:

[@CynicalFudge]

this song is one of those that can get to your soul and just make you think about life and stuff. Really beautiful song Icon For Hire. Keep it up. 😊

[@scxrquexn2943]

This band literally is my saviour!❤

[@patrickbourne3819]

As always a fantastic song love the energy!

[@thefnafbunny1155]

WHENEVER I SAY "ITS GOING TO BE A GREAT DAY AT SCHOOL TODAY" it really does hurt... Depression isn't something that just go's away whenever you say its going to be a good day it is something that makes you want to give up on good days... Only the depressed can understand depression and thous who are. No one will ever understand how hard it really is to beat...

One of my favourites from the album, beautiful! ♥♥♥

[@absentia_18]

This brings a lot of emotions, just by the way she writes her letters, and the way she holds the marker

[@MinnieIdle]

Icon even takes a simple lyric video and makes it original & enjoyable to watch, AMAZING (just like this song)...can't wait for the rest of the album!!

[@bindiastoppard5083]

This is probably the only song I've ever listened to that I can fully relate to. Only Icon could capture this feeling in a song x

[@arezizul8827]

i love you ariel .... this song is amazing ...

[@FireCracker9928]

I’m finally processing it all

[@lildoop5369]

this song brings to near to tears... I love Icon for hire. ♥

[@kittykg1474]

Wow, I relate to this song so much!!

[@mdnd18]

Absolutely amazing, please never stop recording. It's so nice to listen to a group who does what they are passionate about and will not go against what they feel.

[@Edward-rf1yu]

Oh, this is so awesome! So much feeling in one song. I love it.

[@baekkievirus7177]

I screamed so much. I love that song so much, but it also makes me really sad, because I can relate to this song that much... But the lyrics just hit my heart again, like every song of yours

[@mirandajohnson1373]

I absolutely love this song. Not only do u guys speak out and sing what many people feel on a daily basis you are so amazing to your fans. I hope u guys can come to Cleveland for a show I have many friends I have spread your music to. Its amazing how much us fans can relate to these songs. Can't wait to see what else is up your guys sleeve. #rockonthugs

[@mesho_9681]

I've been listening to this song over and over for the past hour. It just hit home for me. This is where my thoughts have been for the past few months. I was crying at first but then slowly I just began smiling, realizing it's ok to be happy, even if you're hurting inside and feel like nothing is going right. this is my new anthem.

[@cybernetic.vampire]

I cry everytime I watch this or even hear the song.. All my feelings put into words.. And it kills me that I still have to feel this way.

[@sierradelta6524]

This absolutely hits the nail on the head!! These are the words I've been looking for to describe me.

[@ivankahinga1695]

the growth on this band is incredible. if i cold only go for a show.

[@clairehopeful]

i am so god damn obsessed with this band, started listening from get well and i can not stop listening to every one of your songs!

[@daniellemclean4129]

This song resonates in my heart so much. Man.

[@DestrylTheWolf]

You guys are really talented, You have a beautiful voice, and you fight for so honnest causes, which is one of the important thing of music. Every music of you makes me doubt in humanity, and calm me down at the same time..

[@sierraschooley]

this song is freaking amazing, glad to know others feel how happy isn't easy sometimes. love thisssssss

[@beccaann4734]

listening to this on repeat crying. never before has a song fit me so well.

[@syko2695]

This song is the best thing I've ever heard. I've struggled throughout my life with depression, anxiety and such like, and this is the only thing to even come close to expressing my emotions toward life, and it knocked it out of the park. I've listened to this 17 times on repeat so far, and I have no intention of stopping any time soon. Thank you, Icon For Hire. You're amazing

[@rawxelda7849]

These lyrics are exactly my life. Thank you guys for being so talented and relatable.

[@jervamp]

@Icon for Hire: as someone over 40 who is still getting his ass kicked by depression, this song really resonated with me. Songs like this and "Get Well" have been a much needed finger-hold to hang on with. I just wish I could see you in Springfield. :(

[@j.louconicholson8440]

Thank you. Too much to say...you rock! Never quit. Please

[@luckdragon88]

This band is on fire since striking out on their own. I have loved every single track from this album so far! Each song is unique and catchy. I can't stop listening!

[@StevenAH20]

favorite so far. Just utterly amazed at the lyrical content and the way it's delivered. WOW.

[@Synastershadow]

this song is amazing. perfect sound and lyrics for anyone to connect to who has ever struggled with mental illness. beautiful song

[@nicholasbond6319]

the litteral singing to my soul right now makes me cry, am litterally sobbing right now, words i cant say to people or myself, i love this band god damn i just love them so much

[@loralunatic]

Thank you so much! It comes in the right time, like it was just made for me right now 💕

[@lizd7769]

So good that I'm crying!!! Love it!

[@alexidavis4103]

I absolutely LOVE the stop motion for this video!! Great song by the way! Can't wait for the new album!!

[@drkrevil]

My favorite song of all time

[@hinatu5075]

It's hard finding a song that perfectly voices the mental issues fighting inside me... Icon For Hire always has those songs... This puts into words the struggle of day to day

[@sniperzanime3302]

I love the song. U guys keep me going. Can't wait to hear more.

[@hopelesspsycho1360]

This is one of my favorites by you guys! I get feels from this and the way you sing with hurt in your voice adds true meaning.

[@King_GyMp]

This very well might be my favorite song that you guys have done so far. It's absolutely perfect in every way possible. Thank you for this.

[@ThePab98]

well, seems like you will really become my favorite band with all those songs! Thank you all for your talent!

[@kaliefurr9419]

I love this song. Thank you.

[@dubstepphene82]

This is quite deep. Great song.

[@marthatrinket2750]

Thank you so much for your music, Icon For Hire. This song is exactly what I needed. Love from Italy 💕

[@marthatrinket2750]

+Olivia Lockett They SO are! I'm glad I was able to discover their music

[@annasallmen8378]

Thank you so much. I needed this today. :')

[@micatrustyenbie4487]

You inspire me with every lyric you sing with your powerful voice

[@KurouHaptism]

Everytime I feel somehow watching this video helps me a lot... This lyrics are a mess, just like my life, it tries really hard to not be perfect but I always smile... Happy Hurts Everyone.

[@Saya2133]

I love you guys so much every time y'all write a song I can relate to you always manage to come up with one that relates to me so much more. It's insane and I love it you guys are one of the very few bands that make music that I can listen to whenever at any time and think 'Yea this is exactly what I'm feeling or this is what I'm going through right now.' I really appreciate the fact that I can look up to y'all and know that I'm not the only one in my own little twisted merry-go-round sometimes.

[@ElForrest-Okey]

perfectly describing my life for the past couple years. I love it. I can't wait to hear more great music.

[@fuzzolighto]

wow.....just wow

[@kyokoocamona8617]

This song just simply describes my life and I have loved this song ever since I heard it

[@peterboutros3914]

Beautiful!! can't wait for your new album release, keep going forever!! here with love from Egypt!!

[@ravensmallbean4379]

I really love this, Icon. you help me through all the crappy times of life and make me smile

[@krystalowens8445]

I'm glad somebody is finally talking about depression in an honest light.

[@GerardforeverxxX]

this is by far the best song they've ever written.. it's message is so important!